Research Leadership
Our research program is guided by distinguished leaders and an international Scientific Advisory Board that ensures world-class standards and strategic direction.
Dr. P. Vijayanand
Research Director
Leads the institute's research strategy with a focus on translational oncology and precision medicine. Oversees all laboratory and clinical research divisions.
Dr. K. Priya Darshini
Deputy Research Director
Coordinates cross-departmental research programs and manages the institute's research governance framework. Specialises in cancer epidemiology and biostatistics.
Dr. S. Venkataraman
Program Lead, Clinical Trials
Directs the clinical trials unit with responsibility for regulatory compliance, protocol development, and multi-site trial coordination across India.
Dr. M. Lakshmi Narasimhan
Program Lead, Translational Research
Bridges laboratory discoveries and clinical application, leading programs in biomarker development, patient-derived models, and drug sensitivity testing.
Scientific Advisory Board
Our SAB brings global perspective from leading cancer research institutions worldwide.
Prof. Elizabeth M. Jaffee
Johns Hopkins University, USA · Deputy Director, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center
Prof. Christof von Kalle
Berlin Institute of Health (Charite), Germany · Director, Clinical Translation
Prof. Hitoshi Nakagama
National Cancer Center, Japan · Former President
Prof. Rajendra Badwe
Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai · Director Emeritus
Prof. Julian Downward
Francis Crick Institute, London · Senior Group Leader